Patna : Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday inspected the under-construction link road connecting Patna Sahib railway station with JP Ganga Path in Patna City and directed officials to complete the project within the stipulated timeline while ensuring construction quality.
During the inspection, the Chief Minister reviewed the progress of the project and sought details from officials of the Road Construction Department. Principal Secretary Pankaj Kumar Pal briefed him on the construction work and key features of the project.
The link road is 1.5 km long and has an estimated cost of Rs 52.54 crore. Construction began on April 5, 2025. The road starts near Patna Sahib railway station and will connect to the Patna Ghat access point of JP Ganga Path.
The project also includes the construction of a flyover on Ashok Rajpath, which is expected to improve traffic movement in the area.
Direct Connectivity With JP Ganga Path
Once completed, the link road will provide direct connectivity between Patna Sahib railway station and JP Ganga Path. The improved connection is expected to reduce traffic congestion on Ashok Rajpath and around the Marufganj Mandi area.
The road will also improve connectivity for Dalhatta, Charkhi and other surrounding localities, making daily travel easier for residents.
In addition, Patna Sahib railway station will be connected to the new National Highway-30 through JP Ganga Path via a road overbridge (ROB).
CM Directs Officials To Maintain Quality
During the inspection, Choudhary instructed the concerned officials to ensure that the project is completed within the scheduled time without compromising on construction quality.
He said the state government was committed to improving road infrastructure and providing better transport facilities to residents. The project is expected to make movement in Patna City smoother and improve access to key transport routes.
Senior officials present during the inspection included Urban Development and Housing Department Secretary Animesh Parashar, Municipal Commissioner Yashpal Meena and Patna District Magistrate Kundan Kumar, along with other senior officers.
